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Beyond the Walls,New
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Nzim Hikmet's poetry combines passion and simplicity with sophistication, producing work of enduring significance. He was both a superb narrative and lyric poet; his immense and continuing popularity in Turkey testifies to his common touch. This extensive selection ranges from his epic poem 'Sheikh Bedreddin' to the moving prison poems addressed to his wife. The book is introduced by the leading expert on Turkish literature, Talt Sait Halman, former Professor of Turkish Literature at Princeton and New York Universities and currently at Bilkent University, Ankara.Nzim Hikmet (190263), Turkey's greatest modern poet, was a political prisoner in Turkey for more than fourteen years and spent the last thirteen years of his life in exile, mainly in Russia, travelling widely through Europe and further afield.Ruth Christie was born and educated in Scotland. She studied Turkish at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London. She has taught English literature and has been translating novels, short stories and poetry from the Turkish for many years.Richard McKane is a poet and the translator of Selected Poems of Anna Akhmatova' and, with Elizabeth McKane, of Mandelstam's The Moscow Notebooks' and The Voronezh Notebooks'. Anvil has published The Pillar of Fire', his selection from the poetry of Nikolay Gumilyov.Ruth Christie and Richard McKane have jointly translated the Turkish poet Oktay Rifat's selected poems, Voices of Memory'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Beyond the Walls'? A: 'Beyond the Walls' primarily explores the themes of love, freedom, and the human spirit through the lens of Nâzim Hikmet's poetry, reflecting his experiences as a political prisoner and exile.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Beyond the Walls'? A: The author of 'Beyond the Walls' is Nâzim Hikmet, recognized as Turkey's greatest modern poet.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does 'Beyond the Walls' have? A: 'Beyond the Walls' contains 256 pages, providing an extensive selection of poetry.
- Q: When was 'Beyond the Walls' published? A: 'Beyond the Walls' was published in June 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Beyond the Walls' have? A: 'Beyond the Walls' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Is there a specific introduction in the book? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by Talât Sait Halman, a leading expert on Turkish literature.
- Q: Who translated the poems in 'Beyond the Walls'? A: The poems in 'Beyond the Walls' have been translated by Ruth Christie and Richard McKane, both experienced in translating Turkish literature.
- Q: What is the reading level of 'Beyond the Walls'? A: 'Beyond the Walls' is suitable for readers with an interest in poetry, particularly those looking to explore modern Turkish literature.
- Q: Does 'Beyond the Walls' contain illustrations or images? A: The product details do not mention any illustrations or images, indicating it primarily consists of text.